2012 Toyota Highlander vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (217 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 31 kg more than 2010 Volvo S80.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Toyota Highlander | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Toyota | Volvo |
Model | Highlander | S80 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2700 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 252 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4785 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 67 L |